Overview
- The Konstanz public prosecutor notified the Bundestag's immunity committee on October 9 and has applied to proceed against Tilman Kuban following a criminal complaint.
- Reports differ on whether immunity was already lifted, with BILD alleging approval while other outlets confirm notification under the Bundestag’s general authorization for investigations.
- Kuban has temporarily stepped aside as chair of the CDU/CSU working group on EU affairs, with his deputy taking over pending clarification.
- The CDU lawmaker disputes the allegations, referencing a contentious custody case, while his wife confirms they have been officially separated for several months.
- The CDU/CSU parliamentary group says it takes the matter seriously and emphasizes the presumption of innocence, noting that intrusive measures or charges would require a separate parliamentary decision.